Multiple choice

Anita's grandson is suffering from meningitis, which is a severe disease of CNS, being caused by meningococci bacteria. The mode of transmission of this bacteria is ____________.

  1. vehicle transmission

  2. vector transmission

  3. airborne transmission

  4. droplet transmission

  5. contact transmission
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Droplet transmission involves coughing, sneezing  resulting in a spray of secretions capable of contacting conjunctiva, nasal mucosa and lips within a 3-foot radius. This is an important means of transmission of meningococci, influenza viruses and pertussis.

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